Soaps and Detergents: Types and Functions

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What is the main purpose of soap and detergents?

To remove stubborn dirt

To deliver properties specific to a product

To clean and disinfect (correct)

To moisturize the skin

How many general categories of soaps and detergents are found in the home?

Six

Four (correct)

Five

Three

What is the primary function of bar soaps or gels?

To kill or inhibit bacteria

To clean the hands, face, and body (correct)

To remove stubborn dirt

To moisturize the skin

What is a characteristic of liquid soaps?

They are formulated for cleaning the hands and body Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of heavy duty hand cleaners?

To remove stubborn, greasy dirt Signup and view all the answers

What forms are laundry detergents and laundry aids available in?

Gels, sticks, sprays, pumps, sheets, and bars Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of general purpose detergents?

To wash all washable fabrics Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of oxygen bleach?

To whiten and brighten fabrics Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of bluings on fabrics?

They absorb the yellow part of the light spectrum Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of boosters in laundry?

To enhance the soil and stain removal Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of starches in laundry?

To give body to fabrics and make them more soil-resistant Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lime and rust removers in dishwashing?

To remove deposits of lime and/or rust from the dishwasher Signup and view all the answers

Soaps and Detergents: Types and Functions

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What is the main purpose of soap and detergents?

How many general categories of soaps and detergents are found in the home?

What is the primary function of bar soaps or gels?

What is a characteristic of liquid soaps?

What is the purpose of heavy duty hand cleaners?

What forms are laundry detergents and laundry aids available in?

What is the purpose of general purpose detergents?

What is the function of oxygen bleach?

What is the effect of bluings on fabrics?

What is the purpose of boosters in laundry?

What is the purpose of starches in laundry?

What is the function of lime and rust removers in dishwashing?

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